On July 26, 2026, peacefully at Christchurch Hospital, aged 88 years. Dearly loved husband of the late Maria, and the late Maureen, loved father of Owen, Karen, Nicola, and Bronwyn, loved step-father of John, Michael, Kevin, and Michelle, a loved father-in-law, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend.

Rest in peace

Special thanks to the staff at Burwood and Christchurch Hospitals, and Burlington Care Centre. Messages may be addressed to: The family of the late David Evans, c/- PO Box 39001, Christchurch 8545. A Requiem Mass will be celebrated in St Gregory’s Catholic Church, 26 Cotswold Avenue, Bishopdale, on Friday, July 31, at 11.00am, followed by burial at Waimairi Cemetery. The Rosary Vigil will be held in the church Tomorrow (Thursday) at 5.30pm.